Property Overview:
6385 Hillegass Ave is a single-family home in Oakland, CA, built in 1912. It features 3 bedrooms, 1.5 remodeled bathrooms, a flexible bonus space, and 1,987 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage and is currently valued at approximately $881,900.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 29.8% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 25.6% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Peralta Elementary, Claremont Middle, and Berkeley Technology Academy.- Average SAT score: 776 (below state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 76.4% white-collar jobs, 23.7% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 3.4% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 16,714 (-0.6% change since 2000).
- 53.1% families with children.
- Largest age group: 35-44 years (17.34%); second largest: 25-34 years (15.41%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 43.5°F (January), 74.2°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 30.6 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $95,774.
- Average annual spending: $66,997.
Property Features:
- Vintage Craftsman home, first time on the market in 70 years.
- Beautifully preserved brown shingle exterior with established trees and greenery.
- Original Craftsman details:
- Entry bench with coat racks
- Exquisite wood built-ins
- Intricate inlaid hardwood floors
- Abundant natural light
- Remodeled eat-in kitchen with new appliances, cabinets, and countertops.
- Main level:
- 2 spacious bedrooms
- Updated full bathroom
- Bonus room (ideal for office or guests)
- Upstairs:
- Oversized primary bedroom
- Half bath
- Dutch door with stained glass opens to deck and private backyard.
- Parking garage included.
Location Benefits:
- Prime Rockridge location—one of Oakland’s most coveted neighborhoods.
- Steps from top-rated restaurants, grocery stores, boutique shopping, and BART for easy commuting.
- Rare opportunity to own a piece of history in a vibrant, walkable community.